If you’re currently constructing a new home, or considering a remodel to add a fireplace, there are several reasons to choose gas, and even more to recommend a Mendota Hearth fireplace, in particular.
Why Gas?
Gas fireplaces are often more cost-effective to install in the home and can also save you money on heating costs; this savings compounds even more if your gas fireplace has the ability to direct heat where it’s needed, as Mendota systems do.
If you’re concerned about the environment, or live in an area where wood-burning fireplaces have been banned, gas provides a clean alternative to traditional fireplaces. There are fewer emissions and no creosote or ash, which provides the additional benefit of less build up and less maintenance. (No matter what type of fireplace you use, you should still engage in regular cleaning and inspection.)
The convenience of being able to simply flip a switch or remote control (as opposed to finding and chopping, or purchasing wood) adds a lot of convenience to gas fireplaces. They’re also able to be put in a wider variety of locations in the home, since they don’t need a chimney. Been dreaming of a bedroom fireplace? Or one in the bathroom? With gas, your choices are much less limited.
Why Mendota?
When you’ve made the decision to purchase a gas fireplace, the next question is which manufacturer do you trust? Even though gas fireplaces present less maintenance and more flexibility, you still need to be concerned with quality; a gas burning implement needs to have the technological construction for optimal performance as well as the aesthetic appeal you want for your home.
Mendota has a hundred years of tradition combining craftsmanship and gas technology. Many gas fireplaces can offer the benefits of convenience and flexibility, but their construction is lacking; you want your gas fireplace to add to your home’s decor. True full-seam welding, heavy-gauge steel and careful hand assembly all combine to give Mendota fireplaces the gravitas you would expect from a fireplace.
It's easy to create a custom fireplace design with Mendota; their offerings include a multitude of bases, choice of designer fronts, doors, overlays and interior linings so that you can individualize your fireplace; they also provide the most options for interior panels, media additions such as logs, trim, and surrounds. The latitude of placement allows for a wider range of possibilities, and there’s a broad spectrum of styles, from traditional to modern.
Our goal at American Chimney is to find the type of fireplace that best suits your new home or remodeling vision, and then to fit that choice to your specified style. If you believe that gas is right for you and would like to learn more about Mendota Hearth gas fireplaces, or any of your other options, contact us today.
